National Palace Museum
History museum · Linxi ·
Vast collection of Chinese art, jade, porcelain, and artifacts.
Vast collection of Chinese art, jade, porcelain, and artifacts.
"Located in the capital, the museum is renowned for housing one of the world’s largest collections of Chinese art, making it a top cultural attraction for visitors interested in historical artifacts and traditional Chinese artworks." - Iona Brannon Iona Brannon Iona Brannon is a journalist with a love for food and travel. Her work has appeared in Afar, Bon Appétit, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, and Business Insider, among other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"As Taiwan’s largest museum, I appreciate the dedicated children’s art center that uses AR technology to bring exhibits to life so children can easily understand historical events and concepts." - Chelsea Su
"I visited the National Palace Museum, the former palace of General Chiang Kai‑shek, which houses one of the world’s greatest collections of Chinese art and artifacts — from ceramics and jade carvings to books and scroll paintings." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"A vast museum housing more than 700,000 Chinese paintings, porcelains and artifacts spanning some 8,000 years of history, including famed pieces often highlighted by visitors such as the lifelike Jadeite Cabbage and the Meat-Shaped Stone; many works arrived on the island when collections were relocated in 1949." - Mae Hamilton
"Treasures of Old China on Display When Chiang Kai-shek fled mainland China for Taiwan , he took with him many of the treasures that at one time were featured in Beijing’s Palace Museum. Among the items are relics and antiques reflecting 8,000 years of Chinese history. Today the collection includes nearly 700,000 pieces, an impressive collection that merits a full-day visit. Among the many treasures that once belonged to the Emperors of China are a delicately carved jade cabbage, intricate ivory work, and artifacts that chronicle the evolution of the Chinese language and culture over millennia. The gift shop is just as impressive, and is the perfect place to buy easy-to-carry souvenirs and gifts."
